7 Maintenance
Q-522 Miniature Stage
MP134E
Version: 1.0.1
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In this Chapter
General Notes on Maintenance ................................................................................... 41
Performing a Maintenance Run ................................................................................... 41
Cleaning the Q-522 ..................................................................................................... 41
7.1 General Notes on Maintenance
NOTICE
Damage due to improper maintenance!
Improper maintenance can lead to misalignment and failure of the Q-522.
Only loosen screws according to the instructions in this manual.
7.2 Performing a Maintenance Run
The maintenance run must cover the entire travel range.
Perform the maintenance run after every 10 million steps.
7.3 Cleaning the Q-522
Prerequisites
You have disconnected the stage from the electronics.
Cleaning the stage
Only when the stage is
not
used in vacuum:
When necessary, clean the surfaces of the stage with a cloth that is lightly
dampened with a mild cleanser or disinfectant.
Only when the stage is used in vacuum:
Only touch the stage with powder-free gloves.
If necessary, wipe the stage clean.
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Maintenance